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17 hours ago
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Down Over 30%: Wells Fargo Says Now Is the Time to Load Up on These 2 Beaten-Down Stocks
Stock prices can tumble for all sorts of reasons, but not every beaten-down stock deserves to be written off. Some are weighed down by weak fundamentals or lackluster performance, while others are simply caught in the broader market tide. When a company's core business remains strong, a dip in its share price might just be a golden opportunity in disguise. Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Finding those diamonds in the rough is what separates the savvy investors from the rest. Hone this skill, and you're well on your way to building a portfolio with serious upside. It's the classic strategy: buy low, sell high – easier said than done, but worth mastering. Wells Fargo's analysts are putting that strategy to work. They've pinpointed a pair of stocks that are down more than 30% this year, but still earn a bullish 'Buy' rating. Backed by TipRanks data, we'll take a closer look at why these names have caught the analysts' attention. Let's get into it. RxSight (RXST) The first stock we'll look at here is RxSight, a medical technology company that focuses on the eye – specifically, on the lens of the eye. The company has developed the first, and so far, the only, synthetic intraocular lens that can be adjusted and customized after cataract surgery. In cataract surgeries, a clouded natural lens is removed from the eye and replaced with a synthetic substitute. Because this replacement lens is normally 'fixed,' that is, does not self-adjust the way a natural lens does, patients typically don't experience a return to completely normal vision. RxSight's product, the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), allows for post-surgical adjustments, using precise UV light treatments. This approach allows the ophthalmologist to 'fine-tune' the lens after the patient has recovered from the surgery, and after natural post-surgical shifting and refractive changes have occurred. By delaying the lens adjustments in this fashion, the patient can be given a better-adjusted lens for more accurate vision. This company has advanced its product to the commercial stage. It received FDA approval for the LAL product line in 2017, and has been marketing the product ever since. In the last reported period, 1Q25, the company brought in $37.9 million in product revenue, up 28.5% year-over-year and about in-line with analyst expectations. At the bottom line, the company ran a net loss of 3 cents per share by non-GAAP measures. This net loss came in 5 cents per share better than had been expected. For the full-year 2025, the company is predicting revenue in the range of $160 million to $175 million, which would represent year-over-year growth between 14% and 25%. That guide represented a reduction; the previously published guidance range had been set at $185.0 million to $197.0 million. The stock fell sharply by nearly 40% after the guidance was revised downward back in April. For the year-to-date, shares in RXST are down 53%. For Wells Fargo analyst Larry Biegelsen, the key points here are RxSight's revenue potential and the sound risk-reward profile. He writes, 'Our Overweight rating on RXST reflects the company's first-in-class IOL technology that can be customized after cataract surgery and its growth opportunity in the multi-billion-dollar premium IOL market where the company holds a significant first-mover advantage. In addition, we see incremental revenue opportunities from the coming wave of post-LASIK patients and international expansion. At current valuation levels, we see an attractive risk-reward profile for RXST shares… RXST currently trades at 2.0x consensus 2025 sales, or >50% discount to SMID cap peers. RXST has above average growth, a strong moat, & relatively high gross margins which should increase over time. Therefore, we think it should trade at least at a market multiple.' That Overweight (i.e., Buy) rating is backed up by a $25 price target, implying a one-year upside potential of 54%. (To watch Biegelsen's track record, click here) RxSight has picked up a Moderate Buy consensus rating based on 10 recent analyst reviews, including 5 Buys, 3 Holds, and 2 Sells. The shares are priced at $16.23 and their $25.30 average target price indicates room for an upside of 56% this coming year. (See RXST stock forecast) Omnicell (OMCL) California-based Omnicell, the second stock on our list here, has been working in the medical field since 1992. The company is known as a leader in the field of autonomous pharmacy technology, using a combination of smart devices, robotics, and software to improve efficiencies, cost savings, and supply chain controls in the global pharmacy sector. Omnicell's devices, tools, and methods are particularly popular among hospital and other institutional pharmacy settings. Autonomous pharmacy tech, Omnicell's specialty, plays a vital role in the medical field, improving patient outcomes by improving compliance with prescription directions. Omnicell's systems allow for clearer, more accurate prescription fills, giving improved medication packaging, better regulatory compliance, and even allowing additional tools for patients to manage medication. Distribution errors in medication can have serious, even severe, repercussions for patients, and Omnicell provides medical providers with the tools and technology to minimize those errors. Chief among the company's product lines is the XT Amplify Automated Dispensing System. In its earnings release for 1Q25, Omnicell reported a 10% year-over-year gain in revenue to $270 million, beating the forecast by almost $10 million. At the bottom line, Omnicell's non-GAAP EPS came to 26 cents, or 6 cents per share better than the estimates, based on a total non-GAAP quarterly net income of $12 million. The company finished the quarter with a balance sheet featuring $387 million in cash and liquid assets, $341 million in total debt, and $2.2 billion in total assets. We should note here that shares in Omnicell are down for the year. OMCL stock has fallen 33% so far in 2025 – due in part to concerns over the company's exposure to tariffs. That share price drop hasn't stopped analyst Stan Berenshteyn from taking an upbeat view of this stock. In his coverage for Wells Fargo, the analyst says of OMCL, 'We see Omnicell as a leading strategic vendor of pharmacy automation solutions for health systems. While we see some more near-term drag from XT upgrade reaching an end, we see a path for Bookings acceleration in 2026 from upgrades and robot adoption and think at least partial tariff resolution should drive upside momentum to EBITDA estimates beyond 2025… While tariff risks remain fluid, we believe trade talks will likely steer outcomes toward the lower end of the risk range, supporting a more optimistic stance.' Quantifying his stance, Berenshteyn gives the stock an Overweight (Buy) rating, and his price target of $37 points toward a 12-month gain of 24%. (To watch Berenshteyn's track record, click here) This stock's Moderate Buy consensus rating is based on 6 recent reviews that break down to 4 Buys and 2 Holds. The shares have a current trading price of $29.83 and the average target price, at $40.40, suggests that the stock will gain 35.5% by this time next year. (See OMCL stock forecast) To find good ideas for stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks' Best Stocks to Buy, a tool that unites all of TipRanks' equity insights. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the featured analysts. The content is intended to be used for informational purposes only. It is very important to do your own analysis before making any investment. Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Sign in to access your portfolio
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19 hours ago
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5 stories on Boise's changing scene: Kohl's, Wells Fargo closures reflect shifts
Stories by Idaho Statesman journalists, with AI summarization Boise is experiencing a wave of store shutdowns that signal changing consumer habits and economic pressures. Kohl's closed its Boise Towne Square store as part of a nationwide effort to shutter underperforming stores, following similar closures by retailers like Sears and Forever 21. Wells Fargo is also scaling back, closing multiple local branches and laying off workers as more people shift to digital banking. Rite Aid plans to close additional area stores amid bankruptcy, while some of its remaining locations could be acquired by CVS. These closures, along with the abrupt end of Boise Medical Clinic, reflect some of the challenges facing both national chains and local businesses in the city. The company hopes the closures will ensure it stays in business for years to come. | Published January 10, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo Signs at the store say everything is 10-40% off. | Published February 21, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo 'As we optimize our branch network, we are focused on evolving our branch presence,' a bank spokesperson says. | Published March 12, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Staats The medical clinic said it offered the latest 'breakthrough' treatment for erectile dysfunction. | Published May 28, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo See where the stores are located. | Published May 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Angela Palermo The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
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20 hours ago
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Wells Fargo Approaches End of Asset Cap as OCC Lifts 2015 Consent Order
A significant 2015 consent order was lifted by the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), which moved Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) closer to removing its $1.95 trillion asset cap. A team of bankers in suits, discussing the success of the company's banking products. Significant regulatory progress has been made under CEO Charles Scharf, as evidenced by the closing of the seventh regulatory enforcement order in 2025 and the thirteenth since 2019. The Federal Reserve's 2018 consent order, which is linked to changes in governance and controls, is the last obstacle. Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) has experienced regulatory attention since its 2016 fake accounts scandal, which resulted in billions of dollars in fines and an unprecedented asset cap imposed by the Federal Reserve in 2018. This week witnessed the lifting of the OCC order about its former financial subsidiaries. Scharf, who took office in 2019, has implemented measures that experts such as Stephen Biggar of Argus and Chris Marinac of Janney Montgomery Scott believe are significant. After limitations are lifted, the bank plans to expand its market operations and wholesale deposit base. While we acknowledge the potential of WFC to grow, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than WFC and that has 100x upside potential, check out our report about this READ NEXT: and . Disclosure. None.
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20 hours ago
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Wells Fargo Signs a Deal to Sell its $4.4 Billion Rail Asset Portfolio
The $4.4 billion rail equipment leasing division of Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) will be sold to a joint venture between Brookfield Infrastructure and GATX Corporation. A team of bankers in suits, discussing the success of the company's banking products. The agreement covers the whole rail operating lease portfolio, which consists of about 105,000 railcars, as well as the rail finance leasing portfolio, which consists of 440 locomotives and 23,000 railcars. According to Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC), the deal fits with its plan to streamline operations and will not have a significant effect on its financials. Brookfield Infrastructure will own 70% of the business, with the possibility that GATX Corporation may eventually acquire the entire company. GATX Corporation will oversee operations and initially hold a 30% stake in the business. It's anticipated that the deal will close by Q1 2026. David Marks, executive vice president, Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE:WFC) Commercial Banking, commented: "This transaction is consistent with Wells Fargo's ongoing strategy of simplifying our businesses and focusing on products and services that are core to our clients," GATX Corporation acquires operational control, strengthening Brookfield Infrastructure's capital depth and its freight transport infrastructure network. While we acknowledge the potential of WFC to grow, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and have limited downside risk. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than WFC and that has 100x upside potential, check out our report about this READ NEXT: and . Disclosure. None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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a day ago
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Wells Fargo remains underweight on Ally Financial following CEO presentation
Wells Fargo analyst Donald Fandetti maintained an Underweight rating and $32 price target on Ally Financial (ALLY) following a presentation with CEO Michael Rhodes. The firm noted that it was a 'positive' update on Q2 NIM, but with no new specifics on Q2 auto credit. Wells added that it sees 'better value and positive stock catalysts for other consumer finance stocks,' noting that 'Ally's share buybacks remain on hold and higher rates are thematically a relative headwind.' Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter
